Swim Coach - Association Wide

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•$18 - $24

About The Position

Under the branch Aquatics Director, the Swim Team Coach will develop, organize and implement high quality programs that fulfill the mission of the YMCA. The Pikes Peak YMCA is seeking a Swim Coach to oversee all aspects of our competitive swim program, with direct coaching responsibilities. It is expected that the he/she will foster positive relationships, mentor as appropriate, and communicate well with their YMCA staff, coaches, swim team members, swim team parents, and other partner organizations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsibilities include, but not limited to: • Serve as the Swim Coach for the team’s competitive program, providing leadership and guidance to the team’s coaches, volunteers, and swimmers. • Manage day-to-day operating issues, including (but not limited to): Develop the team’s training group structure and team policies. Recruiting of novice swimmers and swimmer retention Plan Team Practice Schedule and Meet Schedule, including team and coaches travel, meet entries, and other meet administrative duties Plan and lead all-member parent meetings Manage and delegate administrative duties Assist with all hiring and personnel actions of coaching staff. Actively represent and promote the YMCA in the local community. Act as a role model for swimmers Other Requirements; Required to travel periodically to “away” meets. Regularly required to walk, stand for long periods on the pool deck. Required to maintain USA Swimming coach certification, including first aid and life-saving requirements.

Requirements

Significant experience in Swim Coaching in leadership positions, as well as a history of success coaching swimmers in a wide range of athletic ability
Current USA Swimming Coaching Certification
Current Lifeguard Certification
Computer skills, including web-based tools and Microsoft Office
Experience in setting up, managing, directing, and running swim meets.
Must pass USA Swimming and YMCA background check.
Experience in the development, implementation, and execution of a comprehensive competitive swim program.
Excellent written and verbal communications, as well as administrative skills and demonstrated ability in fostering teamwork.
Interpersonal and communications skills to deal effectively with all levels of YMCA employees, YMCA members, athletes, parents, and outside personnel.
Proactive and up-to-date on latest coaching techniques.
Vision for appropriate balance of distance, sprint, technique and strength/conditioning work throughout the entire program.
Ability to develop and implement a cohesive vision and coaching philosophy throughout the program, building swimmers from novice through senior levels.
Understand the mission of the YMCA and the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
Must be involved not only in the top age group, but ensuring consistency throughout the entire program with progressive age-group development.
Must have positive manner
Encouraging athletes to strive for their personal best
Approachable for athletes
Inspirational leader
Even-handed and fair treatment of all athletes, regardless of ability or seniority level

Responsibilities

Serve as the Swim Coach for the team’s competitive program, providing leadership and guidance to the team’s coaches, volunteers, and swimmers.
Manage day-to-day operating issues, including (but not limited to): Develop the team’s training group structure and team policies.
Recruiting of novice swimmers and swimmer retention
Plan Team Practice Schedule and Meet Schedule, including team and coaches travel, meet entries, and other meet administrative duties
Plan and lead all-member parent meetings
Manage and delegate administrative duties
Assist with all hiring and personnel actions of coaching staff.
Actively represent and promote the YMCA in the local community.
Act as a role model for swimmers

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